A new student discount scheme from Funstation aims to attract young people seeking affordable, social activities amid changing leisure habits.
Clacton Pier has been singled out by tourism journal Travel and Tour World for its “pivotal” role in boosting visitation to the seaside, with the 155-year-old attraction praised for its variety of rides, family-friendly appeal, and ongoing inv...
Scheduling its latest Regional Meeting to coincide with the ARE Expo worked extremely well, with Bacta welcoming 40-members from the area and ARE boosting its attendance with some key additional businesses present in Manchester. Engaging with ...
Adventure Island in Southend has been shortlisted for the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026, with a ceremony due to take place on 17 June.
The number of UK licensed premises permanently shutting their doors hit 305 during the first quarter of this year, equivalent to 3.4 every day, as rising energy and labour costs continue to impact hospitality businesses both large and small....
The arcade at Burnham-on-Sea Pier has been praised by holidaymakers as one of the UK’s most generous venues, with families taking to TripAdvisor to share their positive experiences during their visit to Britain’s shortest pier.
The gambling minister paid a visit to Club 3000 Bingo Leeds last week, meeting staff and members of the Bingo Association to discuss the issues currently affecting the sector.
Providing disadvantaged young adults with the ability to develop the digital skills necessary to build self-confidence and enter the jobs market is the latest progressive initiative undertaken by MERKUR Community. Funding has enabled Belfast-b...
The Gambling Business Group’s High Street Hub, which took up residence at this week’s ARE Expo in Manchester, attracted its highest number of attendees since its launch four years ago. Over the two days, representatives from the industry, DCMS...
These are tough times for industry exhibitions as businesses try to counter rampaging costs by cutting back on their outgoings. But the second edition of ARE held its own at the Cotton Sheds in Manchester last week, pulling in the UK’s leading...
The Showmen’s Guild met with Sir Keir Starmer on 20 April, speaking to the PM regarding the crucial role fairs and Showmen play in the cultural fabric of the country during a special invitation-only event held at Downing Street to celebrate St...
The British Beer and Pub Association has criticised the government’s decision not to include brewers in the plan to reduce energy bills for 10,000 UK manufacturers as “deeply disappointing.”
Fifth generation arcade owner David Cain has called on UK holidaymakers to visit seaside amusements this summer, telling the BBC that the “very special” sector is in danger of dwindling without continued support.
Some of the industry’s most successful gaming products confirm Blueprint Operations’ commitment to the market and to ARE Manchester. Director of Product and Sales James Fergusson provides a taster of what visitors to the BPO stand will see and...
It’s one of those industry initiatives that has gained momentum since it was first launched three years ago, with the Gambling Business Group’s High Street Hub expected to hit record numbers at next week’s ARE Expo in Manchester.
JNC Sales has teased a “special launch” taking place at ARE next week that will give visitors greater insight into machine performance, playability and ROI.
The value and importance of industry gatherings has been put into sharp relief with Bacta supporting the ARE event at the highest level as well as taking the opportunity to stage the North West regional meeting at the Manchester-based event. T...
Blueprint Managing Director Andy Tipple reflects on a positive Q1 driven by strong showings at both EAG London and ICE Barcelona. Ahead of ARE Manchester he underscores the company’s strategy of building market share through a combination of o...
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has commissioned NatCen to conduct an evaluation of the Gambling Act Review, with operators invited to feed back on how policy changes are being implemented, their effectiveness and impact.
Culture secretary Lisa Nandy made an unexpected claim for the joy of gambling during a debate in the House of Commons last week, acknowledging the “positive benefits” the industry brings to the country despite her party leading a sustained tax...
Coral Island in Blackpool is on the lookout for its next Captain Jack, inviting “energetic individuals and wannabe buccaneers” to step into the role helping create a memorable customer experience.
The Gambling Commission’s fight against unlicensed operators is faltering, with the black market continuing to outpace enforcement efforts, according to a new report.
Few companies in the industry approach trade exhibitions with the commitment and energy demonstrated by the Boomerang Digital team. Boomerang Director of Sales, Freddie Shreeve expands on the brand’s ‘one stop shop’ credentials, as well as the...
Bacta members have underscored the importance of addressing the growth of illegal gambling with 97 percent of respondents to the Pulse survey wanting stronger and more robust enforcement of the law. The lack of knowledge of the industry and ou...
In what will be its fourth trade expo in as many months Blueprint Operations is preparing for the forthcoming ARE show with the same laser sharp focus on helping customers to maximise income levels from their BPO machines. Visitors can expect ...